India, May 21 -- The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has certainly kept its fans on their heels with a challenging race for the top four spot heading into the last match of the season, with plenty of drama and debates still left to unfold. And the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders have definitely found themselves at the centre of it all despite an excellent mid-season turnaround under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane.

Despite their struggles in the early part of the season, KKR have recently showcased extraordinary form, winning six of their last seven matches, with their latest victory coming against Mumbai Indians in front of their home fans at the iconic Eden Gardens on May 20. The franchise has climbed to 6th spot on...